Family Blogs and Blog Posts

Adopt Special Needs: Resources - Family Blogs For many families, connecting with others who share similar hopes and struggles has been the most helpful in preparing for and adopting a special needs child. The families below would love for you to follow along with their stories for inspiration and support. Additionally we have listed some blog posts that may be of interest to families.

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LWB Community Blog Posts

Family Blogs (listed alphabetically)

A Tiny Blog With Tim: A Journey

Follow Tim Davenport
No Greater Joy Mom

A blog written by the mom of nine children, six of whom were adopted with special needs.
Older Children and Incontinence, A Family Story

No Hands But Ours Guest Post
The Elliot Family

The Elliot family began their adoption journey with their hearts open to a special needs child. In September, 2011, they brought home their two year old daughter, Tatum, who was born with cleft lip and palate.
The Lambert Family

The Lambert family adopted their son, Evan, at the age of 3 in October, 2009. The family began their journey waiting for an infant girl through the regular referral program and were surprised to fall in love with a beautiful little boy born with a heart condition.
The Morrison Family

The Morrison family was logged-in for 3.5 years before being matched with their beautiful daughter, Jillian. Jillian's limb difference was not a need her family had originally been open to, but once they fell in love with her beautiful face and knew they had the resources to care for her. Home in November, 2011 just after her 3rd birthday, Jillian is flourishing!
The Richards Family

My Cup Overfloweth Blog